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Job Title

Research Associate, Biotechnology

What is the Opportunity?

Research Associate responsible for fundamental analysis of companies in the Biotechnology sector

What will you do?

• Proactively identify operational risks/ control deficiencies in the business
• Support and answer client queries as they relate to the sector
• Coordinate, generate and maintain research reports, presentations and databases
• Review and comply with Firm Policies applicable to your business activities
• Incumbent is in the process of developing core Research Associate skills
• Escalate operational risk loss events, control deficiencies and risks that you identify to your line manager and the relevant risk and control functions on a timely basis.
• Assist in the development and detailed modeling of company specific financial models
• Develop an expertise in the Biotechnology sector
• Provide research support to analyst as required

What do you need to succeed?

Basic Qualifications (Legislative Requirement)

• NYSE Licensing Requirements – Series 7, 63, 86 & 87, SIE
• PhD, MD, or similar advanced degree in life sciences field relevant to therapeutics

Other Required Qualifications:

• Strong computer skills (Excel) with ability to quickly learn new platforms
• Knowledge of Wolters Kluwer software and IMS are a plus
• Familiarity with accounting and financial modeling
• Detail oriented with solid analytical skills and ability to synthesize data points into trends beyond the mainstream
• Good understanding of financial/stock market
• Prior sell-side equity research experience in biotechnology, pharma, or specialty pharmaceuticals
• 1-2 years of work experience in a non-academic setting such as biopharma industry/drug development, life sciences consulting, or investment banking
• Demonstrated passion for equity/financial markets
• Energetic, self-motivated and an ability to perform under pressure and meet time sensitive deadlines, sometimes for extended periods of time
• Efficient writing capabilities
• Previous exposure to the biopharmaceuticals sector

AUTHORITIES, IMPACT, RISK

• Regular interaction with clients
• Supporting Senior Analyst

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

• External clients as required
• Internal Clients including sales and trading

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The work environment is based on a office/trading floor, thus little physical effort is required
• The office environment can be a high stress environment that requires quick turnaround and decision making

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Opportunities to building close relationships with clients
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable

The good-faith expected salary range for the above position is $100,000 - $160,000 depending on factors including but not limited to the candidate’s experience, skills, registration status; market conditions; and business needs. This salary range does not include other elements of total compensation, including a discretionary bonus and benefits such as a 401(k) program with company-matching contributions; health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and paid time-off plan.

RBC’s compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that:

• Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value
• Drives RBC’s high-performance culture
• Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals

Job Summary

Address:

New York, New York, United States of America

City:

USA-NY-NEW YORK

Country:

United States of America

Work hours/week:

40

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

Capital Markets

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2023-06-20

Application Deadline:

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